Cybersecurity & AI Program Manager

Role: Cybersecurity & AI Program Manager

Location: Halifax, NS (Remote)

Type: Contract

• Lead and manage cybersecurity and AI programs using Agile methodologies.
• Oversee cross-functional delivery teams, aligning security and AI initiatives with enterprise goals and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Utilize Jira and Jira Align to plan, track, and report on progress across multiple teams and agile release trains.
• Facilitate value stream identification, mapping, and continuous improvement efforts across cybersecurity and AI initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product owners, and technical leads to prioritize program backlogs and manage risk-based outcomes.
• Ensure program compliance with internal security policies, regulatory requirements (e.g., HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX), and audit needs.
• Report program status, risk posture, key KPIs, and financial performance to executive leadership and steering committees.
• Drive continuous improvement by implementing Agile best practices and Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) principles.
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate third-party risk management activities related to program deliverables.
• Maintain a forward-looking information security and AI strategy roadmap, aligning services and portfolio components to business goals.
• Manage program budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking to ensure cost-effective delivery and ROI.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations across cybersecurity and AI initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, translating technical risks and opportunities into business-relevant insights.

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in program or project management, with at least 3+ years in cybersecurity and exposure to AI-related initiatives.
• Proven track record managing large-scale cybersecurity initiatives (e.g., IAM, Zero Trust, SOC modernization, Cloud Security) and AI programs.
• Strong experience with Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban) and Agile Program Management tools, especially Jira and Jira Align.
• Deep understanding of value stream management, business agility, and delivering secure outcomes at scale.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, risk management frameworks, and control frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CIS Controls).
• Experience managing program budgets, financials, and vendor contracts.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Degree:

• Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent work experience

Nice to Have:

• Certifications such as PMP, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), CISSP, or CISM.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, secure SDLC, and continuous security compliance in Agile environments.
• Experience in AI program management, including governance, ethical considerations, and integration with cybersecurity.
• Security/Consulting industry experience in a customer-facing role with senior-level relationship management.
• Familiarity with information security technologies and issues across multiple platforms.
• Significant experience in applying globally accepted security standards.
• Strong understanding of networking technologies and advanced knowledge of network security across communications and infrastructure.